Spanish explorers were drawn to Florida primarily by the search for wealth and new territories during the Age of Exploration. They were influenced by legends of gold, particularly the mythical Fountain of Youth, which was said to grant eternal life. Additionally, Spain aimed to expand its influence in the New World and establish missions to convert Indigenous peoples to Christianity. The strategic location of Florida also made it an attractive site for trade and military outposts.
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Andrew Jackson led an attack against the Spanish and the Seminoles in 1816. He also destroyed the Negro Fort on this expedition.
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The Spanish responded to the French presence in Florida with military and diplomatic efforts to assert their territorial claims. In the late 16th century, they viewed the French settlements as a threat to their dominance in the region. This led to confrontations, including the Spanish expedition led by Pedro Menéndez de Avilés in 1565, which resulted in the establishment of St. Augustine and the expulsion of the French from Florida. The Spanish aimed to secure their influence and prevent further encroachments by competing European powers.
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Before Florida became a U.S. territory, military campaigns in the region were primarily led by Spanish and British forces, as Florida was contested territory between these colonial powers. Notably, the British General James Oglethorpe conducted military operations against Spanish Florida during the early 18th century, particularly during the War of Jenkins' Ear. Additionally, the Spanish military defended the territory against incursions and maintained control until the U.S. acquisition of Florida in 1821.
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Spanish Florida was created in 1565.
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